THE VIRGINIA DYNASTY 1801 1825
WAR OF 1812
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Question
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The Americans burnt several Canadian government buildings. The British retaliated with what?
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The Battle of Washington, D.C.
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The Battle of New York City
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The Battle of Boston
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The Battle of Philadelphia
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The British torched major rooms in the Capitol, which then housed the Library of Congress, as well as the House, Senate and Supreme Court. The White House, the navy yard and several American warships were also burned; however, most private property was spared.
Detailed explanation-2: -On August 24th, 1814, the Battle of Bladensburg took place outside of Washington, resulting in an embarrassing American defeat. The defeat at Bladensburg allowed for the British soldiers led by Major General Robert Ross to enter the nation’s capital.
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